Books in the Rough Guides Staycations series

Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries. Explore the best of Bath with this unique Rough Guide Staycation to Bath, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like The Royal Crescent, Roman Baths and Milsom Street, to discovering hidden gems, including Bath Abbey, such as The Jane Austen festival and stunning Georgian architecture, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in Bath. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide Staycations to Bath covers: The ancient centre and a modern spa; Georgian grandeur (The Upper Town); across Pulteney Bridge; The spine of the city; from Pulteney Bridge to Prior Park; Bath and the countryside in film; Bristol; Wells and Glastonbury; Longleat and Stourhead; The ancient sites (Stonehenge and Avebury). Inside this travel guide you will find:INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERProvides practical information for every kind of trip to Bath, from discovering local history in Glastonbury to getting out in nature in Dyrham Park and finding family-friendly activities in Castle Combe. 10 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURSFeatures over 10 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including The spine of the city and Longleat and Stourhead. LOCAL HIGHLIGHTSCarefully curated list of Bath's unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay. RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONSUncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you like wandering through the Museum of East Asian Art. INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONSTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find best local spots for ballooning, boating or caving and climbing. Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSLearn more about Bath's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSFrom transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around Bath including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region. METICULOUS MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around Bristol, The Upper Town and many more locations in Bath without needing to go online. FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries. Explore the best of York with this unique Rough Guide Staycation to York, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Minster, the city walls and All Saints Church, to discovering hidden gems, including a spot of afternoon tea at Bettys, learning all things Vikings at the Jorvik Viking Centre and taking in the pretty views at the top of Clifford's Tower, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in York. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide Staycations to York covers: the heart of York, shopping streets, markets and museums, an aerial view of York's railway history, steam trains and dinosaurs, narrow streets and hidden treasures, from riches to rags, excursion to Yorkshire's Coast, excursion around Harrogate, excursion to James Herriot Country, excursion to Castle Howard. Inside this travel guide you will find:INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERProvides practical information for every kind of trip to York, from discovering local history in Minster Library to getting out in nature in North York Moors National Park and finding family-friendly activities in Harrogate. 11 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURSFeatures over 11 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including Narrow Streets and Hidden Treasures, From Riches to Rags. LOCAL HIGHLIGHTSCarefully curated list of York's unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay. RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONSUncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you like learning all about Viking life at the Jorvik Viking Centre. INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONSTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find best local spots for walking, cycling and golf. Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSLearn more about York's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSFrom transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around York including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region. METICULOUS MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around The Minster, Knaresborough and many more locations in York without needing to go online. FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries. Explore the best of Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs with this unique Rough Guide Staycation to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Brighton Pier, Chichester's Novium Museum and grandiose Petworth House to discovering hidden gems, including spotting Sussex wildlife at Arundel Wetland Centre, walking the rambling South Downs Way and mooching down Brighton's The Lanes, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs. This book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide Staycations to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs covers: Central Brighton, East Brighton and Rottingdean, West Brighton and Hove, The Downs North of Brighton, Lewes, Ouse Valley, Cuckmere Valley and the Sussex Heritage Coast, Eastbourne and 1066 Country, The High Weald, Chichester, around Chichester, Midhurst and around, Arundel and around. Inside this travel guide you will find:INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERProvides practical information for every kind of trip to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs, from discovering local history in Chichester to getting out in nature in Langdale Valley and finding family-friendly activities in the Sussex Heritage Coast. 12 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURSFeatures over 12 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including East Brighton and Rottingdean, The High Weald. LOCAL HIGHLIGHTSCarefully curated list of the Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs's unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay. RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONSUncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you like wandering through the magnificent state rooms at Petworth House. INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONSTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for walking, hiking, wakeboarding or windsurfing. Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSLearn more about the Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSFrom transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region. METICULOUS MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around The Western Lakes, Duddon Valley and many more locations in Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs without needing to go online. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.